Aquaponics

Grapefruit seed extract and algaeAquaponics
As you seen in aquaponic ponds, algae gather up on any surface it can feed on. This happens in hydroponics too, when on the growing media appears the green substance. It can get various colors like green or red and it tend to damage the ...

Common problems in aquaponicsAquaponics
Knowing what goes wrong is the first step towards being successful in this field. For new comers an aquaponic system may seem tricky and hard to understand. Here are the most common problems you will face.
Pump malfunction ...

Aquaponic wormsAquaponics
Some say that worms are not useful and they can serve simply as bait when going fishing. But this is completely false! Worms represent that vital part of an environment that deals with harmful bugs. Even though some attack pla ...

Maintenance and aquaponicsAquaponics
You may be mistaken into thinking that a routine can do no good to your aquaponic system. But sticking to a routine will assure the proper functioning of the system. Some recommend using lists on which you should check what activities y ...

Planting and layoutsAquaponics
Are you new to this field? Well, you should learn more about planting design. Yes, you read it right. How you choose to arrange the grow beds can influence the manner in which the plant grows. Another important factor is how you group ...

Filtration and aquaponicsAquaponics
When it comes to setting up a growing bed, the growing media represents a vital fact. It can improve or make difficult the filtration process. Filtration can be done biological or mechanical. Here are some differences between those two. ...

Harvesting your own seed stockAquaponics
Aquaponics can turn out to be cost-saving. As an example, you can harvest your own seeds, which means you will not be forced to spend extra money. This is the best practice for aquaponics due to the fact that here the main purpose is re ...

Irrigation in aquaponicsAquaponics
Usually, you can opt for various irrigating methods depending on the area you live in. This is due to the fact that supplies in gardening stores can slightly differ. A simple option for those that do not want to emerge into a complicate ...

Aquaponics and colder climatesAquaponics
As you probably already know, hydroponic gardening has its limitations. This is due to the fact that climate depends on the region you are living in, which means you will experience various temperature shifts. Aquaponics is th ...